Passage Planning Course

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Passage Planning Course

Delivered in partnership with SisterShip Training. Did you know that every skipper has the responsibility to put together a proper passage plan according to SOLAS V regulation? Considerations needs to be given to crew, vessel, hazards weather, contingency plans and other factors. This workshop forms part of our Navigation Qualification. This includes everything you need to prepare properly and enjoy your time on the water. The aim is to get hands-on with how to plan a passage, including looking at publications, planning, executing and monitoring a safe passage.

What you get::

• Step-by-step we go through the processes and procedures to create a Passage Plan

• Sample Passage Plan

• Passage Plan Template

• Samples from a Safety Management System (SMS)

• Safety Management System Template

• Navigation techniques for quick and easy position checking en route.

• MORE THAN 20 DOWNLOADS – CHECKLISTS – TIPS – INFO – REMINDERS ETC (see list below)

• 5 QUIZZES – step by step to check your progress

• 5 CROSSWORDS – a fun way to test your knowledge

• BOOKLET – Tides, Under Keel Clearance

• 20 VIDEOS – sit back and learn

• EMERGENCY CHECK LISTS

• Navigation reminders (video):

• Plotting, bearings, Notices to Mariners, 3-bearing fix, transits, bearings, soundings, DR, EP

• Free Surface Effect

• Fuel calculations

• Crew responsibilities and watches

• Chart details and planning

• Appraisal, planning, execution, and monitoring

Prerequisites:

• None, but some prior navigation experience will be helpful

Delivery Methods:

• Classroom: approx 4 hours

• Virtual: via Zoom. Same hours as Classroom. Material is Express Posted.

Equipment & Material

What's included in the course?"

All the items mentioned above

What is not included?

• We highly recommend the Passage Planning Manual for this course. You can purchase by clicking her for an additional $59.99 (postage included)

• Navigation Equipment: You will need a plotter and divider for this course. You can also purchase that through us for $70, postage included.

Prices & Time Commitment